Ladell Betts...

coggs · 09-03-2007, 11:01 AM

Took him in my fantasy league, RB's are huge in my league because of our scoring. Guys like Westbrook and Tiki pre-retirement are more valuable in my league than most. Anyways, what is the forecast for his playing time. I figured with Portis's history of injuries this kid should get some decent time and was worth a sixth round pick. Just wondering what you guys think.

dmek25 · 09-03-2007, 11:08 AM

i look at Betts the same way i looked at Larry Johnson, before priest Holmes got injured. probably around 500- 600 yards. around 4-5 touchdowns. unless he keeps fumbling. that will change everything

Daseal · 09-03-2007, 11:19 AM

Betts for fantasy is worth it, simply because I don't trust Portis' health. It's possible to get him as a 4th or 5th RB who could become the bellcow.

Don't get me wrong, I hope Portis doesn't continue breaking down and gets back to his previous status. But for fantasy reasons, I tried to take Betts a lot.

724Skinsfan · 09-03-2007, 11:23 AM

I wouldn't have picked Betts because of Portis' injuries. He's got good hands and will be used as a receiver out of the backfield quite a bit this year, I believe. You might be able to get decent fantasy points for him but nothing like last year.

Redskin Rich · 09-03-2007, 11:25 AM

All I have to say is 1154 yards in 2006 and only starting 10 games.

Wanga Skins · 09-03-2007, 11:30 AM

I also took him as my 5th back just in case. Then today i went to look at my team and this was the note attached to Betts.

Sep 2 Betts was signed to Indianapolis' practice squad.
Recommendation: The Colts will only go with two quarterbacks on the active roster again with Betts waiting in the wings if there's an injury.

mmil12 · 09-03-2007, 11:33 AM

Insurance boys....insurance!

MTK · 09-03-2007, 12:28 PM

Betts is definitely a good backup to have.

dmek25 · 09-03-2007, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wanga Skins

I also took him as my 5th back just in case. Then today i went to look at my team and this was the note attached to Betts.

Sep 2 Betts was signed to Indianapolis' practice squad.
Recommendation: The Colts will only go with two quarterbacks on the active roster again with Betts waiting in the wings if there's an injury.

not the same betts

That Guy · 09-03-2007, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmek25

not the same betts

don't tell him, tell yahoo sports.

Cowell · 09-04-2007, 11:13 AM

When I go to draft my running back I always pick up the backs that don't have a very good backup or a backup that won't get a lot of time. I would take a guy like Marshawn Lynch over Ladell, but that is just me. I took Marion Barber just because that guy I think will be starting by the end of the year.

chrisl4064 · 09-04-2007, 07:59 PM

betts will be starting for the redskins next year

Warpath · 09-04-2007, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cowell

When I go to draft my running back I always pick up the backs that don't have a very good backup or a backup that won't get a lot of time. I would take a guy like Marshawn Lynch over Ladell, but that is just me. I took Marion Barber just because that guy I think will be starting by the end of the year.

From a fantasy standpoint Marshawn Lynch should be a much better starting RB than Betts. Here are the rankings, Lynch is at 24 and Betts is at 71.
NFL Fantasy Rankings
I am not sure the two have anywhere near the same value in fantasy.

Cowell · 09-05-2007, 11:21 AM

That's because Marshawn or however you spell his name is basically the only running back on that squad. I think if anybody got Marshawn Lynch they will be quite pleased.

djnemo65 · 09-05-2007, 01:27 PM

I got Betts too. It's especially good to take him if someone else nabbed Portis, because then if anything happens to Clinton you gain a solid number one and your opponent loses one at the same time.

09-03-2007, 11:01 AM	#1
coggs Special Teams Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: staten island Age: 48 Posts: 477	Ladell Betts... Took him in my fantasy league, RB's are huge in my league because of our scoring. Guys like Westbrook and Tiki pre-retirement are more valuable in my league than most. Anyways, what is the forecast for his playing time. I figured with Portis's history of injuries this kid should get some decent time and was worth a sixth round pick. Just wondering what you guys think. __________________ "Everyone is talking about their dynasty. Well, OUR DYNASTY STARTS TONIGHT."--Michael Strahan, pre-game huddle Pep talk, February 3rd, 2008.

09-03-2007, 11:08 AM	#2
dmek25 MVP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: lancaster,pa Age: 63 Posts: 10,672	Re: Ladell Betts... i look at Betts the same way i looked at Larry Johnson, before priest Holmes got injured. probably around 500- 600 yards. around 4-5 touchdowns. unless he keeps fumbling. that will change everything __________________ "It's better to be quiet and thought a fool than to open ones mouth and remove all doubt." courtesy of 53fan

09-03-2007, 11:19 AM	#3
Daseal Puppy Kicker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arlington, Virginia Age: 41 Posts: 8,341	Re: Ladell Betts... Betts for fantasy is worth it, simply because I don't trust Portis' health. It's possible to get him as a 4th or 5th RB who could become the bellcow. Don't get me wrong, I hope Portis doesn't continue breaking down and gets back to his previous status. But for fantasy reasons, I tried to take Betts a lot. __________________ Best. Player. Available.

09-03-2007, 11:23 AM	#4
724Skinsfan Playmaker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Roanoke, VA Posts: 3,508	Re: Ladell Betts... I wouldn't have picked Betts because of Portis' injuries. He's got good hands and will be used as a receiver out of the backfield quite a bit this year, I believe. You might be able to get decent fantasy points for him but nothing like last year. __________________ "I hope I'm getting better. I hope you haven't seen my best." - Jim Zorn

09-03-2007, 11:25 AM	#5
Redskin Rich The Starter Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1,420	Re: Ladell Betts... All I have to say is 1154 yards in 2006 and only starting 10 games.

09-03-2007, 11:30 AM	#6
Wanga Skins Special Teams Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Westminster, MD Age: 45 Posts: 135	Re: Ladell Betts... I also took him as my 5th back just in case. Then today i went to look at my team and this was the note attached to Betts. Sep 2 Betts was signed to Indianapolis' practice squad. Recommendation: The Colts will only go with two quarterbacks on the active roster again with Betts waiting in the wings if there's an injury.

09-03-2007, 11:33 AM	#7
mmil12 Special Teams Join Date: May 2007 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 116	Re: Ladell Betts... Insurance boys....insurance!

09-03-2007, 12:28 PM	#8
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Age: 52 Posts: 99,518	Re: Ladell Betts... Betts is definitely a good backup to have. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

09-04-2007, 11:13 AM	#11
Cowell Impact Rookie Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bluffton, South Carolina Posts: 803	Re: Ladell Betts... When I go to draft my running back I always pick up the backs that don't have a very good backup or a backup that won't get a lot of time. I would take a guy like Marshawn Lynch over Ladell, but that is just me. I took Marion Barber just because that guy I think will be starting by the end of the year.

09-04-2007, 07:59 PM	#12
chrisl4064 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lake Travis, Texas Age: 43 Posts: 786	Re: Ladell Betts... betts will be starting for the redskins next year

09-05-2007, 11:21 AM	#14
Cowell Impact Rookie Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bluffton, South Carolina Posts: 803	Re: Ladell Betts... That's because Marshawn or however you spell his name is basically the only running back on that squad. I think if anybody got Marshawn Lynch they will be quite pleased.

09-05-2007, 01:27 PM	#15
djnemo65 Playmaker Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 2,836	Re: Ladell Betts... I got Betts too. It's especially good to take him if someone else nabbed Portis, because then if anything happens to Clinton you gain a solid number one and your opponent loses one at the same time.

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